Decaffeinated espresso could be an option after dinner in a care home when the aim is to limit caffeine. The Anses says caffeine can delay falling asleep and reduce both sleep duration and quality. Your choice should also take account of residents’ individual guidance, the machine system and how easy the coffee is to prepare during service.
For offering an alternative to the usual espresso after dinner while respecting individual guidance. The Anses notes that the effects of caffeine vary according to factors including health, habits and certain medicines.
For choosing between whole beans, ground coffee, capsules and pods without mixing up the systems. Nespresso® Original capsules, A Modo Mio capsules and E.S.E. pods are not interchangeable.
For making preparation consistent across different shifts. Capsules and pods provide pre-measured portions, while whole beans require machine settings to be adjusted.
For an after-dinner service, first check the guidance relating to residents, then identify the machine in use. Taste and packaging can help you choose between compatible products.
Worth considering: if a bean-to-cup machine or grinder is already used for service.
Bear in mind: you’ll need to keep the settings consistent and store the beans appropriately once opened.
Worth considering: if your equipment accepts ground coffee and the grind is suitable for espresso.
Bear in mind: you’ll need to seal and store the coffee appropriately once the pack is open.
Worth considering: if pre-measured portions and minimal adjustments would make service easier.
Bear in mind: your supplies must match the machine system exactly.
| Criterion | What to check | Who this matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Caffeine in the evening | Check the product description and any caffeine content stated for the exact product; follow individual guidance. | I want to offer a drink after dinner that limits caffeine exposure, without making decisions on behalf of the professionals responsible for residents’ care. Around 50% of consumers would make this their priority. |
| Machine and service | Identify the system used by each machine and choose the matching format: whole beans, ground coffee, capsules or pods. | If several people prepare the drinks, I want to avoid choosing a format that can’t be used and keep service consistent. Around 30% of consumers would prioritise compatibility and organisation. |
| Taste and packaging | Compare the tasting notes, number of portions and storage instructions; try the product before placing a large order. | I’d rather check that residents enjoy the espresso before choosing a large pack that will need storing after opening. Around 20% of consumers would make this their priority. |
For its decaffeinated espresso ground coffee, illy states that the caffeine content does not exceed 0.1%. This figure applies to that product, not to all decaffeinated coffee.
Check the product description and packaging for the product you’re actually buying.
A Modo Mio and Nespresso® Original capsules, as well as E.S.E. pods, are designed for different systems. Whole beans also require suitable equipment.
Check the system used by each machine and try your chosen format before placing a bulk order.
According to the Anses, the effects of caffeine vary according to factors including health, consumption habits and certain medicines.
Offer decaffeinated coffee as a service option and follow the individual guidance provided by the care home’s professionals.
Strength and roast descriptions can help you identify different flavour profiles, but they don’t tell you how much caffeine the coffee contains.
Try a product during a limited service first, then choose packaging to suit the quantities used and the storage instructions.
Its range includes 500 g packs of Decaf whole beans, described as suitable for espresso and moka, as well as decaffeinated capsule and pod options.
Its range includes decaffeinated espresso ground coffee, which may be worth considering if your machine accepts this format.
Offers Espresso Décaféiné N°5 capsules compatible with Nespresso® Original machines.
Offers a 250 g pack of its own-brand decaffeinated Aroma whole beans.
This retailer’s range includes L’OR Decaffeinato capsules compatible with Nespresso® machines.
This retailer offers several coffee formats, including decaffeinated options.
These products are for capsule-based service and are compatible with Dolce Gusto, Nespresso or Lavazza A Modo Mio machines, depending on the product. Check the care home’s exact machine system. For the product whose name combines “Demi” and “Decaf”, check the description on the packaging before treating it as decaffeinated.
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A pre-portioned option to consider if your service machine uses the NESCAFÉ Dolce Gusto system.
Box of 16 capsules, 112 g. Check the caffeine information on the packaging and follow the guidance for residents.
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A pre-portioned format to consider for a Nespresso machine that’s compatible with this product.
Box of 10 capsules. Check your machine model and the caffeine information for this specific pack.
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Worth considering if your service uses a Lavazza A Modo Mio machine.
Pack of 36 capsules. Check the packaging for caffeine information and storage instructions.
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Worth considering for capsule-based service if your Nespresso machine model accepts this product.
The name combines “Demi” and “Decaf”: check the exact product description and caffeine information on the packaging before choosing it for evening service.
No. It’s an option for limiting caffeine, not a one-size-fits-all choice for residents. The Anses says caffeine can disrupt sleep and its effects vary from person to person; follow the care home’s individual guidance.
Don’t assume that it’s completely caffeine-free. For one specific decaffeinated espresso ground coffee, illy states that the caffeine content does not exceed 0.1%. Check the information for the product you plan to serve.
First choose a format that your machine accepts. Capsules and pods provide pre-measured portions, while whole beans are suitable for a bean-to-cup machine or equipment with a grinder. Check the exact system before ordering.
Follow the instructions for the product you’ve bought. For its decaffeinated Aroma coffee, Auchan recommends resealing the bag and placing it in an airtight container in a cool, dry place.